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Stirrups began to decline several decades ago as a new generation of stars chose longer, looser-fitting pants whose hems hung over the back of the cleats.

From New York Times • Sep. 17, 2016

Stirrups enabled him to ride and handle heavier weapons.

From Textbooks • Jan. 1, 2012

Stirrups enabled a mounted warrior to stand, turn, and shoot arrows behind him.

From Textbooks • Jan. 1, 2012

Stirrups must clear the rolls, and use double saddles.

From Instruction book on ring spinning by Lincoln, Francis L.

"What a horrid smash there would be if I didn't make good, wouldn't there, Stirrups?"

From Quick Action by Chambers, Robert W. (Robert William)